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See a side of Death Valley that most tourists never do, as you join expert instructors and naturalists on hikes through dramatically beautiful landscapes. Explore a variety of terrain while hiking through carved scenic canyons, crystallized salt pans, ancient lake deposits, alluvial fans, mesquite flats and mud playas. Stop at renowned historical sites: Artist's Palette, the Harmony Borax Works, Stovepipe Wells Village, and the fabulously crafted Scotty's Castle. This is a unique and up-close way to understand how geology tells its incredible story of change in one of America’s most amazing National Parks!

Highlights

• Hike the Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes and visit Badwater, the lowest place in North America (282 feet below sea level).
• In Salt Creek, hike the trail of pioneers who searched for a safe route to the gold country of California, and learn about the endangered fish in Death Valley.
• Explore the terrain of desert alluvial fans and visit Scotty's Castle for a ranger-led look at its history.

Activity Notes

For experienced hikers. Daily hikes, 4-6 miles. Elevations up to 1,000 feet.Coordinated by Death Valley Natural History Association.

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The latest in light, portable, easy-to-use QUIETVOX listening devices are available on Road Scholar programs.* Whether you are outdoors, in a crowd or in a museum environment where speaking loudly is discouraged, a listening device makes it feel like our experts are speaking clearly and directly to you. Hear for yourself on a Road Scholar adventure!

*Please note that due to the nature of some programs, the remote location or government regulations, listening devices may not be available. If you’d like to know for sure if your program will offer listening devices, just call and ask an Advisor!